Our Lake. Our Legacy.
The Big Rideau Lake Association is dedicated to building a strong community in a safe and healthy environment on and around Big Rideau Lake.
Located on the Big and Lower Rideau Lakes in Eastern Ontario, the BRLA is a non-profit organization with roots back to 1911. The Association is committed to long-term environmental protection and service to all who use our lake and share its resources. The BRLA supports programs in the areas of environment, recreation, government affairs and lake safety, and is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors, assisted by seasonal staff.
MEMBERSHIP
BRLA Members are all those who enjoy the Rideau Lakes: cottagers, boaters and local residents. We each have a stake in protecting our lake community.
We count on your Support!
Membership fees alone do not cover the costs of the programs and services run by the Big Rideau Lake Association. We encourage you to consider making a financial donation to support the programs and activities you cherish as part of your lake community - either directly or, if you would like to receive a tax donation, through the Rideau Lakes Environment Foundation (RLEF).
Around the lake News
Check out our blog to stay current on issues and events in and around our lake community.
Celebrating our past
A timeline of major developments in BRLA's history and photos are included on a sign honouring BRLA's past, which was recently installed on Cow Island. Check out the sign next time you're visiting the island; and for more information about BRLA's fascinating past, go to our History page.
Stay Safe on the Lake
Make sure your safety equipment is up to date while you're out on the lake this summer, and you're aware of current safe boating rules and guidelines. Check our Resources page for links to information including life jacket tips, how to get your boater's license, Transport Canada's safe boating guide, and more.
Are you on the voters list?
Ontario’s municipal and school board elections take place on October 22, 2018. If you are a resident, owner or tenant of property in Ontario, a Canadian citizen and 18 years of age you are eligible to vote in Ontario’s municipal and school board elections. This include cottage owners who do not live full-time at their lake properties.
To ensure you are accurately listed on the voters' list for the municipal elections, we encourage you to check the MPAC website.